December weather forecast
Picoazá, Ecuador

December

Weather in December

The first month of the summer, December, is also a moderately hot month in Picoazá, Ecuador, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

December's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), slightly deviating from November's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Throughout December, Picoazá anticipates an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

In December, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Picoazá, Ecuador, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Picoazá, in December, during 19.4 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Picoazá, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.1 days and collects up to 544mm (21.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 12h and 12min of daylight, December has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Picoazá is 5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Picoazá are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Picoazá. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during December leads to these advisories:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Picoazá during December?
In Picoazá, 29.2°C (84.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.1°C (71.8°F) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in December is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Picoazá?
The average relative humidity in December in Picoazá is 72%.
How many days does it rain in December in Picoazá?
In Picoazá, in December, during 19.4 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When are the longest days in Picoazá?
December has the longest days of the year in Picoazá, with an average of 12h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Picoazá have in December?
In December, the average day length in Picoazá is 12h and 11min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Picoazá?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Picoazá have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Picoazá is 5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Picoazá?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Picoazá, Ecuador.
When is the lowest UV index in Picoazá?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in December in Picoazá?
In Picoazá, Ecuador, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average temperature in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average pressure in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average wind speed in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average humidity in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).

Average rainfall in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average rainfall in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in December: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1 days).

Average UV index in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average UV index in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December - Picoazá, Ecuador
Average visibility in December
Picoazá, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).

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